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There were 42 Asian students enrolled in Coles County districts in 2022-23 school year

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 22, 2024

Coles County districts had 42 Asian students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Unchanged number of lawyers with active licenses to practice in cities located within Edgar County in September compared to previous month

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 22, 2024

There was no change in the number of active legal licenses in cities within Edgar County in September compared to the previous month.

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Jasper County taxpayers give $22,891 in County Sales Tax in July

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 22, 2024

In July, Jasper County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Edgar County residents pay $119,571 in County School Facility Tax in July

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 22, 2024

In July, Edgar County saw a decrease in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Deer pose increased risk on Illinois roads during peak mating season

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 22, 2024

Scenic drives are popular in Illinois during autumn, but the Illinois Department of Transportation and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources are urging drivers to stay alert for deer. The animals are entering their peak mating season, increasing the likelihood of encounters on roads, especially at dawn and dusk through December.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Shelby County in week ending Oct. 12?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 22, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Shelby County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Coles County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Oct. 12

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 21, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Coles County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Clark County in week ending Oct. 12?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 21, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Clark County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Jasper County residents pay $20,160 in Countywide Sales Tax in July

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 21, 2024

In July, Jasper County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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How many Asian students were enrolled in Clay County districts in 2022-23 school year?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 21, 2024

In the 2022-23 school year, less than 1% of students enrolled in Clay County school districts identified as Asian.

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2023: Oblong Community Unit School District 4 administrators rank 10th lowest in state for average salary

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 21, 2024

Administrators in Oblong Community Unit School District 4 earn an average of $62,971 per year, ranking 10th lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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How many companies in cities in Coles County received FDA inspections in Q3?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 21, 2024

There was one company in a city associated with Coles County that received an FDA inspection in the third quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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How many lawyers were granted admission to practice law in cities within Cumberland County in September?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 21, 2024

There were three lawyers in good standing in cities within Cumberland County as of September.

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Jury selected for Madigan trial; opening statements scheduled

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 21, 2024

A jury has been selected for the trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, accused of racketeering. The selection process, which took longer than expected, involved intensive questioning to ensure impartiality among jurors. The panel consists of eight women and four men from various parts of northern Illinois. Alternates are still being chosen, with opening statements set for Monday.

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Audit reveals spending issues in Poplar Grove

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 21, 2024

The Village of Poplar Grove, Illinois, has received a preliminary report from a forensic audit examining credit card expenditures between 2019 and 2023. The audit was conducted during the terms of Owen Costanza, who served as village president until 2021, and Don Sattler, who assumed the role after Costanza lost the election.

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Village of Robbins passes unlawful compensation ordinance

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 21, 2024

The Village of Robbins, Illinois, has enacted a new ordinance regarding the compensation of elected officials that contravenes state law. The ordinance was passed by the Board of Trustees on October 1, 2024.

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Concerns rise over Mahomet Aquifer safety amid new carbon sequestration legislation

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 21, 2024

The Mahomet Aquifer, a crucial water source for over half of east-central Illinois' population, has been under scrutiny due to recent legislative changes and environmental concerns. Designated as a "Sole Source Aquifer" by the US Environmental Protection Agency in 2015, it serves nearly one million residents across 15 counties.

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Questions arise over handling of child porn case in Shelby County

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 21, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request has led to scrutiny over the handling of a child pornography case in Shelby County. The FOIA request, which included media inquiries directed at the Shelby County State’s Attorney, resulted in what was perceived as an improper denial of records. This denial is currently under review by the Attorney General's Public Access Counselor (PAC) office due to alleged violations.

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Court disputes legality of Shelby County's use of private counsel

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 21, 2024

Several years ago, concerns were raised about the legality of Shelby County's hiring of private counsel and paying them with public funds. The issue was highlighted in a recent court session where Judge Brian Kibler emphasized that county officials cannot legally hire private attorneys for representation.

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Cheapest E85 gas in cities across Clay County in week ending Oct. 12

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 20, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Clay County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.